Accountant
Location: US, TX, Austin
Department: Finance
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Associate
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Nonprofit Organization Management
Function: Finance

Company profile:
Why CSD?CSD is not only a great place to work, but also to learn, grow and give back to the community. Our organization is made up of talented, motivated people from diverse cultural, educational and professional backgrounds. We believe in teamwork, shared ideas, and creating solutions together while respecting individuality and innovation. We seek out people who want to see their ideas put into action, are committed to making a difference and who believe that more is possible! Who We AreHere, you will discover colleagues who have passion for our company, our community, customers and each other, and that are led by a team of outstanding people who believe that more is possible from each and every one of us. 

Job description:
The Accountant is responsible for completing various accounting functions on an accurate and timely basis within the framework of objectives and policies established by the Director of Financial Operations and the Chief Financial Officer. The Accountant is the primary agent responsible for CSD’s Accounts Payable function, supporting in other accounting areas as needed, and works as part of a team that provides general accounting, record-keeping, payroll, and other related duties supporting the Finance needs of the organization. Some responsibilities include:Provides compliance support for purchase order system (Aestiva), to ensure consistencies with purchasesEnsures invoice accuracy by matching invoice amounts with our contract agreements/terms, verifies receipt of goods or services, and alerts supervisor of any irregular purchasing activities Audits all vendor invoices to ensure accuracy and validity, along with following up on any missing or late invoicesReviews AP invoice entries made by other Accounting staff, making adjustments as necessary and creates additional AP invoice entries as neededProcesses weekly accounts payable checksPosts and prints accounts payable registers, and AP aging reportsProcesses on-the-spot invoice and manual check requestsMaintains and monitors online credit card merchant accountsMonitors bank payments for all required ACH payments. Reviews ACH invoices and payments entry and ensures accuracy within bank activity, SAGE, and AP files and then posts to General LedgerReports and reconciles all petty checking/cash accounts on monthly basisReviews all accounts payable invoices for any applicable tax-exempt statusesReviews and coordinates necessary insurance paymentsAnalyzes accounting options while recommending, developing, and maintaining solutions to business and financial problemsComplies with and makes recommendations to strengthen CSD internal controlSupports Finance team output by accomplishing necessary activities on-time and supporting other team members as neededAssists in monthly closings; manages month-end accrual schedule and tie out of balance sheet accountsOther duties as assigned

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration or equivalent professional experienceThree years of professional experience as an Accountant or in a similar fieldThree years of professional experience as an Accountant focusing on Accounts Payable (preferred)Experience using Sage accounting systems (preferred) Ability to communicate effectively using American Sign Language (preferred)

Benefits:
CSD offers a competitive benefits package for full-time employees. For a full list of benefits and perks, please visit the career page.Communication Service for the Deaf, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer and drug free and tobacco free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, including individuals with a disability and protected veterans.